Inside the Head (and Heart) of an Eventing Athlete

Most long-term relationships are built on trust, confidence and working together day after day. These same attributes are necessary for athletes that compete as a team. However, in one sport, the athletes are a team that include a horse and its rider. Both athletes must be focused, physically fit and be able to read the […]

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Josh Little: Vitalize Ambassador is Trainer, Roper, Artist

When you read the word, “team roper” several words probably pop into your head: cowboy, header, heeler, speed, maybe even athlete. But once you’re introduced to Josh Little, Mebane, N.C., another series of words is likely to come to your mind: trainer, passion and artist. Yes, artist. Little is a team roper and rope horse […]

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How One Young Cowboy Keeps “Mama” Happy

You’ve heard the saying, “if Mama’s not happy, nobody’s happy.” But for one team roper, keeping Mama happy, means keeping her healthy, and that health starts inside with a healthy gut. You see, “Mama” is the 14-year-old mare that Ozark Region Collegiate Champion Team Roper, Strand Barricklow ropes on. He depends on Mama to help […]

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